Winter. Fresh fruits and vegetables. When gardens and farmland are buried under snow, it's easy to think these two don't go together, but actually, winter offers us a wide array of super healthy, … more

The standard prescription for flu is to stay home and rest, drink plenty of fluids, and keep pain and fever under control with over-the-counter drugs like acetaminophen.But this flu season has been a … more

The roar of a jet plane, the rumble of a big rig, that shrill scream from the siren of a speeding emergency vehicle:The common but loud noises that keep you awake at night and agitate you throughout … more

Q: I recently read about a sugar additive being linked to the rise of a killer bug. What is this additive, how do I avoid it, and how serious is the threat?A: Clostridium difficile, or C. diff, is a … more

Did you know this week was Cardiac Rehabilitation Week?Each year, over 720,000 Americans will suffer a heart attack - and over a quarter of those patients will have a second heart attack. The … more

SALEM, Ore. — Oregon's Legislature took a step Tuesday toward enshrining the right to health care in the state Constitution, a move that would be unprecedented in the United States but raises … more

Free food resources available during school vacationsThe Hunger Council of the Windham Region is committed to making sure that all children have the tools they need to succeed, including good … more

TRENTON, N.J. — Preliminary research suggesting that some diabetes patients may be injecting medicine that has partially disintegrated is causing concern even as serious questions are raised … more

What is the difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest? One of the biggest differences is time. A person having a heart attack may have time to get help. One out of four deaths in … more

Most people think of hot summer weather when they think about dehydration. However, dehydration can occur even during the coldest months. Drinking enough water when taking part in cold outdoor … more